Senior Account Executive

Senior Account Executive

Full-Time 50000 - 70000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
IPG Mediabrands

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Build relationships and support media investment strategies for top clients.
  • Company: Join IPG Mediabrands, a leader in media investment with a vibrant culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexi-leave, free meals, early finishes, and comprehensive health plans.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace celebrating diversity and offering excellent growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in a dynamic environment while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: Experience with media owners and strong collaborative skills required.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.

This role sits within the Investment Craft and operates as part of a client pod within IPG Mediabrands UK. The role supports the delivery of the Media Investment approach across a portfolio of Mediabrands clients, reporting directly to the Agency Investment Lead. Working closely with senior Investment Planners, the individual will help develop and execute plans aligned with both the agreed Investment approach and client objectives, ensuring value is delivered through IPG’s expertise and strategic partnerships.

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Building relationships cross-functionally to provide support on Investment requirements for clients, including Business Leadership, Activation, Solutions, and other Investment teams (e.g. Trading and Client Solutions).
  • Provide support on Investment elements of the Campaign Lifecycle from briefing through to reconciliation, such as helping with the Planning Framework delivered to tactical planning teams.
  • Provide reporting, research and ideas as required to assist with annual client investment plans.
  • Provide reporting and insights to drive delivery against Trading targets for their clients.

Engagement and Industry Presence

  • Provide internal digests of industry trends, news and POVs on a weekly basis.
  • Work with media owners and partners to ensure creds, case studies, rate-cards and training materials are kept up to date.
  • Be a key point of contact for media owners on campaign-level briefing, collaborating with them to develop responses that align with client and internal requirements.
  • Complete any required compliance and risk management training to ensure planning follows company policies and legal requirements.
  • Assist in delivery of Media Owner engagement plans e.g. managing internal sessions, workshops, or training.

Training & Team

  • Complete all required training and learning opportunities for proprietary solutions and partner development.
  • Ensure channel knowledge is kept high to develop market-leading plans and strategies.
  • Provide operational support to the Investment Planning team such as setting the agenda and providing pre-reads for internal and partner sessions as well as fulfilling data and reporting requirements.

About You

  • Experience working with a range of media owners and partners, building collaborative relationships to support campaign planning.
  • Cross-channel knowledge across multiple media partners, with the ability to contribute to client planning and briefs.
  • Ability to interpret client briefs and support the planning process.

Employee Transparency

At IPG Mediabrands, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. IPG Mediabrands are an equal-opportunity employer committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Perks

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:

  • Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as a minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year.
  • Free breakfast and free lunch.
  • Early finish Fridays.
  • Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times).
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifices car scheme.
  • Interest free season ticket loan.
  • Paid time off for Volunteering.
  • Group Income Protection.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level).
  • Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%.
  • Generous Parental Leave & Pay.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Free eye tests.
  • Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!

Senior Account Executive employer: IPG Mediabrands

At IPG Mediabrands UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. As a Senior Account Executive, you will benefit from a supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to reward your hard work and dedication. Join us in a dynamic location where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of what we do, ensuring you feel valued and engaged every step of the way.

IPG Mediabrands

Contact Details:

IPG Mediabrands Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Account Executive

Relationship Building
Investment Planning
Campaign Management
Reporting and Insights
Industry Knowledge
Cross-Channel Knowledge
Client Brief Interpretation